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Simple Lower Ball Joint Question; How to re-seat it into the LCA?

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Old Apr 25, 2011 | 10:29 AM
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Icon2 Simple Lower Ball Joint Question; How to re-seat it into the LCA?

I think this is an easy one? But the DIYs on this topic aren't clear.

When I reconnect my LCA to my lower ball joint, do I need to "pop" something back IN, like I popped it out? Or will tightening the castle nut to torque spec be adequate to get the ball joint to be seated properly again?

This question probably stems from a misunderstanding of how LBJs are designed/function. Anyway, an answer from the hive here would help move my project forward.

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Old Apr 25, 2011 | 10:34 AM
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Just tighten the nut, it forces the taper together.
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Old Apr 25, 2011 | 10:38 AM
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Beautiful. Thanks.

PS. Your floor mats are orgasmically beautiful. If I told you they were used you would call me a liar. Consider just getting them framed.
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Old Apr 25, 2011 | 10:45 AM
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Beautiful. Thanks.

PS. Your floor mats are orgasmically beautiful. If I told you they were used you would call me a liar. Consider just getting them framed.
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Haha, awesome, I'll have the only like new set in eastern Canada. I can hardly wait to see them.
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